Rising to Meet the Moment

July 9, 2025
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Older Black man receiving fresh vegetables from a community food program, with a younger volunteer assisting in the background—representing food security and care provided by charities in B.C

WCSS Celebrates a Transformative Year in Community Care

 

In a year defined by rising needs and economic uncertainty, Whistler Community Services Society (WCSS) proved one thing: community care is not just a safety net—it’s a lifeline. The organization’s 2024/25 Impact Report reveals a powerful story of resilience, expansion, and grassroots action that continues to shape the Sea-to-Sky region.

With over 10,000 program visits—one-third of them from first-time users—WCSS saw a surge in demand across its core services. Whether through mental health support, harm reduction, financial and legal navigation, or emergency assistance, the organization met people where they were, offering both practical resources and emotional support.

“We saw more new faces than ever before, “which tells us two things: people are struggling, and they trust us to help.”

Food security remained at the heart of WCSS’s mission. The food bank and fresh-food programs not only filled plates, but also tackled the deeper issues of dignity, access, and equity. At the same time, the Re-Use-It and Re-Build-It Centres thrived—turning donated goods into direct funding for the very services keeping the community afloat.

This self-sustaining model of care doesn’t just reduce waste. It fuels the engine of change.

Looking ahead, WCSS is bracing for continued growth in demand, especially in areas tied to mental health and affordability. But the organization is far from overwhelmed—it’s energized.

We’re ready to adapt,” said Jackie Dickinson, Executive Director. “But we can’t do it alone.”

WCSS is calling on the community to get involved: donate gently used goods, shop local, volunteer time, or support fundraising campaigns. Every small act feeds into a larger movement—a community that takes care of its own.

As always, WCSS’s work unfolds on the traditional, unceded territory of the Skwxwú7mesh and Líl’wat Nations, with a deep respect for the land and the people who have stewarded it for generations.

Because when care is circular, everyone benefits.

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